REBUILDING Jamaica and
the caribbean

Our teams are collaborating with local partners and are prepared to bring rebuilding, general contracting, and capital improvement capabilities wherever they are needed across the region.

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First Onsite supports commercial properties across Jamaica and the Caribbean with rebuilding, general contracting, and capital improvement capabilities. With teams positioned locally and backed by resources across North America, we work closely with local partners, property leaders, and community stakeholders to help advance reconstruction, major renovations, and long-term commercial development. 

Portfolio Highlights

Rebuilding large resort campuses under the most complex conditions.

Tier-1 Global Hospitality Leader: Caribbean Islands

Multi-property hurricane recovery across restricted-access island locations

  • Rebuilt 19 buildings across island resorts under restricted access and repeated storms​
  • Restored interiors, exteriors, and MEP systems through multi-phase construction

Global Luxury Resort Brand: Coastal Flagship Renovation

212-unit reconstruction across 13 buildings with accelerated trade mobilization

  • Rebuilt 212 units across 13 buildings, rapidly mobilizing skilled trades
  • Delivered structural repairs, system replacements, and luxury finishes

Historic Destination Resort: 700-Acre Campus

Large-scale mobilization and three-month reopening delivery

  • Rebuilt a 700-acre resort campus, mobilizing 700+ personnel
  • Restored 100+ buildings and staff housing within a three-month reopening window

International Vacation Ownership Company: Multi-Resort Program

Seven-resort, 1,000+ room reconstruction under consecutive storm events

  • Completed reconstruction across seven resorts and 1,000+ rooms
  • Restored envelopes, interiors, and infrastructure despite consecutive storms

What We Offer

We prioritize collaboration with Jamaican contractors, trades, and suppliers, leveraging local labor and resources first, supported by additional teams and equipment from our vast North American network when needed. 

  • Rebuilding and Structural Renovations: Commercial-grade rebuilding and structural improvements that restore function, strengthen performance, and support long-term use.
  • General Contracting Services: Full GC support including planning, scope development, construction management, procurement, and coordinated delivery for commercial projects.
  • Capital Improvement Projects: Large-scale facility upgrades and enhancements designed to modernize operations, improve resilience, and extend the life of critical assets.
  • Commercial Renovations and Upgrades: Interior and exterior renovations for hotels, multifamily, healthcare, retail, and other commercial buildings.
  • Infrastructure and Site Work: Site preparation, utilities work, and improvements that support commercial redevelopment and future growth.

YOUR DEDICATED CONTACTS

Connect with our team to discuss rebuilding, general contracting, renovation planning, or capital project needs across Jamaica and the Caribbean.

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Rich Aiello

Main Contact
National Senior Project Director
[email protected]
Phone: (760) 423-8724

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John Gressett

National Project Director 
[email protected]
Phone: (325) 647-6869

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Jeron Goulbourne

Operations Manager – Jamaica/Canada
[email protected]
Phone: (647) 838-5830

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Matt Ellerton

Senior Project Manager – Complex Claims
[email protected]
Phone: (519) 977-2799

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Ryan Passmore

Operations Manager – Jamaica/Canada
[email protected]
Phone: (416) 716-2669